Originally printed in Upstate Parent Magazine. When kids are young, it’s so easy to get them to exercise — it’s all play! You take them to the park, you sign them up for swimming lessons, or you go for a walk. As they get older, and more independent, it’s a little more challenging. For kids who play a sport, the job is much easier. They go to practice, and the coach — if it isn’t you — has them run laps, do drills and scrimmage. For kids who don’t play sports, it can be a struggle. … [Read more...]
Exercise is Good for Your Body AND Your Brain
These bodies of ours were made to move, just as our brains were made to think. Yeah, over the years some parts get worn down, things start to crack and creak-- and the same thing happens to our brains. In our culture we sit more than we move, and our bodies-- and our brains-- suffer as a result. The more we sit, sedentary, the less opportunity we have for improving our physical strength, or expanding our cardiovascular stamina. Because our brains benefit from physical exercise, … [Read more...]